NOTE:
If the vehicle is started in extremely cold tem-
peratures, the transmission may not shift into Overdrive
and will automatically select the most desirable gear for
operation at this temperature. Normal operation will
resume when the transmission fluid temperature has
risen to a suitable level. Refer also to the Note under
torque converter clutch, later in this section.
If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, the
transmission will automatically select the most desirable
gear for operation at this temperature. If the transmission
temperature becomes hot enough the TRANS TEMP light
may illuminate and the transmission may downshift out
of Overdrive until the transmission cools down. After
cooldown, the transmission will resume normal opera-
tion.
The transmission will downshift from Overdrive to Drive
if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed at vehicle
speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h).
When To Use TOW HAUL
When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a
heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting oc-
curs, press the TOW HAUL button once to select TOW
HAUL. In TOW HAUL mode, 4th to 5th gear upshifts are
1 — Tow/Haul Switch
2 — AUTO-6 (ERS) Switch
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Summary of Contents for 2008 DH Ram
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Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 74: ...Multiple Child Restraints 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 112: ...110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 113: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3...
Page 114: ...112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 124: ...Table Mode Handle Table Mode 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
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Page 264: ...Operating Tips Chart 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 325: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 323 5...
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Page 410: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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